Legislative/Regulatory Counsel

Responsibilities

Join State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company—a proud Fortune 50 leader with a legacy of excellence since 1922—as we seek a dynamic and motivated attorney to lead the company’s government relations across multiple states. This State Counsel position is based in our Sacramento, CA Legislative/Regulatory office, part of the Corporate Law Division of State Farm’s Law Department.

• Lead the charge in monitoring and influencing legislative and regulatory activities across multiple states, shaping policies that directly affect our business and customers.
• Build relationships with and utilize lobbyists, trade associations, and external partners to proactively shape the external environment and advance State Farm’s interests.
• Collaborate closely with our Public Policy team and grassroots functions to craft innovative policy solutions and engage employees and agents on critical business issues.
• Represent State Farm before regulators, guide responses to examinations, and support business units with rate filings and complaints — your legal expertise will be central to our success.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with outstanding academic credentials.
• Active law license in at least one state and in good standing with the bar.
• Ability to obtain permission to practice law in California as a Registered In-House Counsel (RIHC) if not already licensed in California.
• PREFERRED: Minimum 5 years’ experience in one or more of the following: government relations, legislative drafting/advocacy, regulatory law.
• A proactive, preventative approach to lawyering, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal advice.
• Demonstrated agility in learning new areas and a passion for continuous professional growth.
• Proven team player who excels in collaborating with diverse stakeholders in complex, fast-paced environments.

Additional Details

• This Sacramento-based role requires periodic travel to assigned states and occasionally to Bloomington, IL.
• Outside legal practice is not permitted, except authorized pro bono work.
• New hires must cease all outside legal work prior to joining.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours as needed given workload and nature of the responsibilities.
• Relocation benefits may be available depending on eligibility and position.